Containers containing only vehicles, machinery, and parts

Sea containers containing only vehicles, machinery and parts (and no other types of cargo) that are treated or managed by an MPI-approved system for brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), under the IHS for Vehicles, Machinery and Parts are exempt from the requirements of Section 2.3. This is because the BMSB requirements for vehicles, machinery and parts meet equivalent management measures under the IHS for Vehicles, Machinery and Parts.

For all sea containers from Italy that contain vehicles, machinery or parts, refer to the Import Health Standard for Vehicles, Machinery and Parts (which replaces the Import Health Standard for Vehicles, Machinery and Equipment).

Importer responsibilities

The increasing volume of trade and travel is placing extra pressure on New Zealand's biosecurity systems. New pests and diseases impact on human, animal and plant health, affect New Zealand trade in international markets, and can damage the environment – affecting agriculture, forestry, horticultural production, and tourism. Importers are among the most important people in defending against biosecurity risks.